184 Upland Road, Remuera, Auckland City, Auckland

Solid, substantial, ultra-secure and serene, this elegant 348m² (approx) residence offers the low maintenance, lock up & leave freedom of an apartment with the generous space, look and feel of a large freestanding Remuera home. Just 1 of 2, it floats above the tree-line opposite Orakei Basin, lapping up calming water views over a leafy canopy to the green hills of Orakei beyond.

The owners have lived here since completion in 2004. It is solidly built with tilt slab construction, ducted air con system throughout and double glazing on the south and west walls. An appealing bonus for downsizing locals is a commercial lift from 3-car basement garaging and 2 sizeable storage rooms. It has been impeccably maintained to the highest standards.

With 2 balconies, expansive open plan living invites superb entertaining, basking in sun all-day from 3 different aspects with a cosy gas fire in winter. Hush glass on the (north-facing) road-side makes it incredibly peaceful. Sliding louvres open and close to screen afternoon sun that streams into a sheltered north-facing loggia protected from the prevailing westerlies. At night, retreat to a second lounge or media room extending to a Juliet balcony overlooking the water. Well-equipped to cater for crowds, the kitchen incorporates a huge island bench, loads of storage and high-end Gaggenau appliances.

The home has 3 double bedrooms, a good-sized office, guest powder room and full laundry. The generous master suite enjoys a peaceful outlook through glazed sliders and louvres that open to a Juliet balcony. As well as an en suite with bath, the suite accommodates a particularly spacious walk-in dressing room. The 2 other bedrooms share a semi-en suite and 1 of these rooms has a walk-in wardrobe.

Secure behind electric gates, the property is midway between Orakei Village and the Benson Road shops - perfectly positioned for a coffee date at the end of your morning walk around the basin.

Easy lifestyle perfection in a fantastic double Grammar Zone address doesn't get better than this. Be in for summer.

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